Olympus C-765 Ultra Zoom

PMA 2004: Olympus today announced what they claim to be the worlds
smallest 10x Zoom digital camera, the new C-765 Ultra Zoom. This camera
has a four megapixel CCD sensor and ten times optical zoom lens (38 -
380 mm equiv.). Other features of interest will be the high resolution
EVF (electronic viewfinder), live view histogram, a wide range of manual
controls and adjustments as well as USB 2.0 connectivity. Expected street
price for the C-765 UZ in the US is $499.

Press Release (Olympus UK):

The Worlds Smallest 10x Zoom Camera -
The Olympus C-765 Ultra Zoom

Designed for sporting events, travel, nature hikes or any occasion where
a more detailed view is necessary, the new C-765 Ultra Zoom model, is
the smallest digital camera in the world featuring an optical 10x zoom.
Weighing a mere 280g, the new Olympus Ultra Zoom is more than just a digital
camera it has a Movie Mode, enabling you to capture video with sound as
well. Available from May 2004, the RRP is £399.99 [inc VAT]. For
stockist information call 0800 072 0070 or go to www.olympus.co.uk.

The camera is light-weight, easy-to-handle and perfect for capturing
shots from a distance. However this 4.0 million pixel model is equally
practical for shooting subjects in extreme close-up, as the Super Macro
mode lets you shoot from just 3cm away.

Outstanding results are guaranteed through the first class optical system
and optimised image processor, TruePic Turbo, which boosts both image
quality and image processing capabilities even further.

The very bright (f2.8  3.7) optical system of the C-765 Ultra Zoom
comprises eleven elements arranged in seven groups and includes two aspherical
lenses to reduce distortion as well as an ED element. This is normally
only found in pro-level SLR cameras and significantly helps reduce chromatic
aberration.

The new C-765 Ultra Zoom model is versatile enough to match every photographers
demands. In auto mode, it offers point-and-shoot simplicity for flawless
picture taking. For those times when creativity is desired, the aperture
priority, shutter priority or full manual settings allow greater control.

The optimised electronic viewfinder  unlike many optical viewfinders
 enables precise framing of the shot. Also you dont have to
take your eye from the subject when shooting as all activated settings
are displayed in the electronic viewfinder. The USB 2.0 AutoConnect interface
also ensures that file transfer to the computer is now even quicker.